Luxury cruising is undergoing a quiet but significant transformation. As small-ship fleets expand and hotel brands long associated with land-based luxury enter the market, affluent travelers are no longer asking which cruise line is “the best.” Instead, they’re asking which one fits them. […]
Luxury travel may sound exclusive, but behind the scenes, it’s becoming more personal, more flexible – and more accessible. As travelers seek elevated experiences with expert guidance, a growing number of people are discovering travel advising as a viable, fulfilling career, supported by strong demand across both traditional and emerging luxury travel. […]
As the world tunes in to the Winter Games taking place in Italy, competitive figure skaters turned commentators Tara Lipinski and Johnny Weir are captivating audiences with their insight, style and passion for the sport – bringing the drama and artistry of figure skating to life on the global stage. […]
ALTOUR, one of the world’s leading travel management companies, today announced a series of strategic hires across sales, product, partnerships, and hotel sourcing—further advancing its commitment to become the most trusted travel management company in the industry. The appointments underscore the company’s focus on innovation, client experience, and sustainable growth, following the launch of The ALTOUR Commitment and President Gabe Rizzi’s recent recognition as one of the travel industry’s Top 25 Most Influential Executives. […]
Travel preferences in 2025-2026 vary sharply among Millennials, Gen X and Baby Boomers, shaping everything from cruise demand to tour styles and wellness vacations, according to an analysis from the Internova Index: North American Traveler Insights. […]
Global Travel Collection (GTC), the most influential community of international luxury travel advisors with $2.4 billion in annual sales, today announced that CIRE Travel has rejoined the GTC family, further strengthening its affiliate network at a time when advisor growth and long-term scalability remain key strategic priorities. […]
Travel Leaders Network has appointed Megan Wollak to the newly created position of Senior Vice President, Member Services. This role will serve on the President’s Management Team and oversee they key functions that define how members interact with the Network. […]
Internova PLUS, the invitation-only luxury travel industry event presented by Internova Travel Group, recently concluded at the iconic Gleneagles estate in the Scottish Highlands. Held January 27-30, 2026, this milestone edition marked the event’s first international venue and a new chapter in its global expansion. […]
Planning a vacation has become more expensive, time-consuming and overwhelming than ever, leaving many travelers unsure whether they’re getting the best value for their money. As Americans observe National Plan for Vacation Day on January 27, many are rethinking the do-it-yourself approach and choosing to start with expert guidance and curated travel offers that help stretch vacation budgets further. […]
Global Travel Collection (GTC), the world’s largest community of luxury travel specialists, today announced that two of its advisors, Curtis Parris and Leslie Tillem, were honored by the American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) with the Adventure Travel Specialist Award, underscoring GTC’s growing reputation as a platform where experienced luxury advisors are empowered to innovate, create and lead. […]